Cardiovascular Surgery Research Tech III

aah; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Adoption assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician for the Cardiothoracic Surgery research lab at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. You will coordinate lab operations, manage equipment and inventory, and perform advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques under a Principal Investigator.

You will supervise junior personnel and contribute to execution of research projects, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe lab practices in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years of related clinical/research experience; Master’s preferred.
• Strong ability to listen and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

• Consults with the principal investigator and assists in developing research plans.
• Modifies lab procedures to fit project needs.
• Prepares detailed reports and discusses results with the PI.
• Reviews literature and organizes information for research projects.
• Conducts chemical, physical, and biological tests on samples.
• Performs analyses on tissues and secretions.
• Monitors care of research animals and collects specimens as required.
• Supervises and trains junior staff and students.
• Operates and teaches use of complex laboratory instruments.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Laboratory safety

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological/physical sciences

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Department: 36970 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Cardiovascular Surgery

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

The Research Laboratory Technician provides both scientific and operational support for an active cardiovascular research laboratory in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and School of Medicine. This position coordinates laboratory operations, oversees equipment and inventory management, assists with regulatory compliance, and performs advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques while also supervising junior laboratory personnel and trainees. The position works closely with the Principal Investigator to ensure efficient laboratory function while contributing directly to the execution of research projects.

Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in the biological and/or physical sciences with two years' of related clinical/research experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience. Master's degree in biology or related physical science preferred. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION: N/A

Essential Functions

• 1. Consults with principal investigator and assists in the development of plans for research experiments and data collection procedures.
• 2. Modifies existing laboratory procedures and protocols to meet the needs of research projects as required.
• 3. Prepares detailed reports on the results of experiments and discusses the interpretation of results with principal investigator.
• 4. Reviews scientific journals, abstracts and other related literature for information concerning experimental procedures and supplemental support information. Organizes information for use in applicable research projects.
• 5. Conducts complex chemical, physical, and biological tests on experimental materials.
• 6. Performs micro-analysis, tepids analysis, enzyme studies, and chromatographic studies on various types of tissues, secretions, and excretions.
• 7. Monitors the care of research animals; take blood samples, pressures, and other specimens and measurements as required by research protocols; and performs minor animal surgery.
• 8. Supervises, trains, and reviews the work of students and lower level technicians engaged in clinical/research laboratory work.
• 9. Operates complex specialized laboratory instruments and instructs other personnel in the use and operations of these instruments.
• 10. Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment as needed for laboratory operations.
• 11. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to listen and communicate effectively Basic computer skills Knowledge of medical terminology to interact with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments Knowledge of common safety hazards and universal precautions to establish a safe work environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Research laboratory environment Frequent exposure to diseases, medicinal preparations and other conditions common in a lab environment Exposure to glass and other breakable objects Exposure to animals Must wear protective equipment (gloves, gowns/lab coats, eye protection, face protection)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 0% 35% 65% to to to 35% 65% 100% N/A Activity X Standing X Walking X Sitting X Bending X Reaching with arms X Finger and hand dexterity X Talking X Hearing X Seeing Lifting, carrying, pushing and or pulling: X 20 lbs. maximum X 50 lbs. maximum X 100 lbs. maximum

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programmes with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programmes. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.